2024 Travel Advice

We’re sure you have questions about how to get to camp. Here is valuable information for planning your journey this summer!

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When should I book?

Where am I going?

Can I drive to camp?

How do I arrange a pick-up/drop-off?

Any advice for traveling during 2024 Paris Olympics?

When should I book?

As soon as possible (3-6 months in advance)

There’s no time like the present! But… for real.

Flights tend to go up and up in price. More often than not, the sooner you book, the better. In most cases, the best time to purchase international flights to France in summer is at least 3-6 months in advance. If you are a bargain hunter, try creating price alerts and set a goal to book within a few weeks or a month.

We recommend using Skyscanner and Kayak for the best deals on flights.

Where am I going?

Camp Château is located at Le Château, 46100 Béduer, France

The easiest way to get to us is to:


1. Fly or take a train to Toulouse
2. From Toulouse, take the train to Figeac
3. We will pick you up for free from Figeac after check-in (3 pm-7 pm)

We recommend checking for trains in Europe on Trainline.

 

Can I drive to camp?

Yes! We have plenty of parking on-site.

At camp, we have plenty of parking spots. We are there to welcome you between 3 pm - 7 pm.

Click here for Toulouse car* rental info.

*Pro tip: Request an automatic car (and double-check your request) if you can not drive stick-shift. Stick-shift cars are the default in France.

How do I arrange a pick-up/ drop-off?

We’ll get you to/from Figeac for free or Toulouse Airport for a fee. Please book your ride on the 2024 Campers Page at least 3 weeks before your session begins.

To help make things easier, we have partnered with a shuttle service to pick up campers directly from Toulouse Airport and bring them to camp. The service is also available after camp

Toulouse Airport Shuttles:

  • Costs 120€

  • Pick-ups: There are 4 departure times from Toulouse Airport: noon, 2 pm, 4 pm and 6 pm.*

  • Drop-offs: There are 4 return times to Toulouse Airport after camp: 5 am, 7 am, 9 am, and 11 am.*

Figeac Train Station Shuttles:

  • Free!

  • Pick-ups: There are shuttles available every 30 minutes from Figeac Train station to camp starting at 3 pm and ending at 7 pm.

  • Drop-offs: There are shuttles available every 30 minutes to Figeac Train station from camp starting at 8 am and the last one leaves camp at 11 am.

Please notify us if you need a ride at least 3 weeks before your session by booking on the 2024 Campers Page.

*See details on the 2024 Campers Page for more information regarding times.

Any advice for traveling during 2024 Paris Olympics?

July 24th- August 11th 2024 the Olympics will be held in Paris

Paris 2024 Summer Olympics will bring a lot of foot, air, and train traffic to the city. We recommend:

1. If flying to Toulouse, try to connect through London, Barcelona, Amsterdam, or Frankfurt.

2. If you want to go through Paris then:

  • Plan your accommodation well in advance

  • Check the Olympic schedule to see especially busy times

  • Be prepared to walk if the trains and streets are overcrowded

  • Keep your belongings close to you, like in a fanny pack, to deter pick-pockets


Still have questions?

We wish you a safe and pleasant journey!

Cordialement,

Tegwen Evans (Camp Director)
Philippa Girling (CEO)

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